Crocheting a bear tea coaster is a fun and simple way to add cuteness to your kitchen or coffee table. With just basic stitches and a small amount of yarn, you can create a charming bear face that works as a coaster or a decorative accent. It’s a great project for beginners looking to expand their skills while making something practical and sweet.
1. Gather Materials and Understand the Basic Shape
🧶 Materials Needed:
- Worsted weight cotton yarn (in brown, beige, or any “bear” color)
- 4.0 mm or 4.5 mm crochet hook (for a firm fabric)
- Yarn needle and scissors
- Stitch marker (optional)
- Black yarn or embroidery thread for the face
🔤 Stitches Used (US terms):
- ch – chain
- sl st – slip stitch
- sc – single crochet
- inc – increase (2 sc in one stitch)
Tip: Cotton yarn is best for coasters — it’s absorbent and heat resistant.
2. Crochet the Bear Face and Ears
🧸 Bear Face (Circle)
- Start with a magic ring, ch 1.
- Round 1: 6 sc in magic ring. (6)
- Round 2: 2 sc in each stitch around. (12)
- Round 3: Sc in next st, 2 sc in next repeat around. (18)
- Round 4: Sc in next 2 sts, 2 sc in next repeat around. (24)
- Round 5: Sc in next 3 sts, 2 sc in next repeat around. (30)
- Continue increasing this way (every round adds 6 sts) until your circle measures about 4–4.5″ wide. Fasten off and weave in ends.
🐾 Bear Ears (Make 2)
- Magic ring, ch 1.
- 6 sc into ring.
- Next round: 2 sc in each stitch around (12)
- Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew to the top of the head.
Position the ears evenly on the top of the coaster circle and sew them securely with yarn or a yarn needle.
3. Add the Bear’s Face (Embroider or Crochet)
Use black yarn or embroidery thread to make:
- Eyes: Small vertical stitches (or tiny safety eyes if preferred)
- Nose & Mouth: An upside-down triangle or oval for the nose, and a short line going down for the mouth — like a soft “T” shape.
Optional: You can also crochet a small oval for the muzzle using white or beige yarn, then sew it on before adding the nose.
Optional Muzzle (in beige):
- Ch 4
- Sc in 2nd ch from hook, sc in next, 3 sc in last ch. Rotate and work on other side: sc in next, 2 sc in last. (8 sts)
- Sl st to join, fasten off, and sew onto the center of the bear’s face.
Conclusion
Crocheting a bear tea coaster is a quick and satisfying project that brings charm and functionality to your space. With just a few rounds of simple stitches and some creative finishing touches, you can craft a cozy little bear face that’s sure to bring smiles every time you enjoy a cup of tea. It’s a perfect stash-busting project and a great handmade gift!
Images and patterns courtesy of 몽글이네코바늘 Mongleinae Crochet